Harris FloteBote Royal 230 Boat Test Notes
Specifications, performance data, and detailed notes from our test of this 23 foot pontoon boat.
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Overview: A high-end pontoon boat with triple logs and fast top-end speeds.
Concept
- Develop a pontoon boat which delivers both luxury and high-performance.
- Use a triple-log design and offer lots of horsepower, for performance over 45-mph.
Construction
- Pontoons have three separate welded chambers, reinforced nose cones, strakes, and steps.
Deck underside is skirted to reduce friction and increase performance.
- Multiple lounges are extremely comfortable and have rugged rotomolded bases.
Performance
- Cruises in the 30’s, and top-end breaks 45-mph.
- At speeds in to mid to upper 30’s, fuel economy is right around 2.0 MPG.
Handling
- Triple logs allow for tight turns and fast maneuvers, during which the helmsman always feels in control.
- Plenty of weight and length to handle a moderate chop, even at fast speeds.
Unique features
- Skirted under-deck is a rare perk, and it not only reduces friction, it also looks great when peeking between the pontoons.
- Power Bimini top goes up and down at the press of a button.
- Lounger is insanely comfortable.
